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Poster Print : Highfield Military Hospital, Liverpool
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Highfield Military Hospital, Liverpool
Nursing staff at the Highfield Infirmary for aged and infirm paupers in its First World War role as a Military Hospital. Date: circa 1916
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Media ID 23265500
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
Aged First Infirm Infirmary Nursing Paupers Role Staff Highfield
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning Highfield Military Hospital poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to Liverpool during the First World War. Witness the dedication and courage of the nursing staff as they care for the aged and infirm soldiers at Highfield Infirmary, transformed into a military hospital circa 1916. Add this captivating piece to your wall for a historical touch that tells a story of resilience and sacrifice.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 35.2cm (23.4" x 13.9")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time during the First World War, as Highfield Infirmary in Liverpool transitioned from its role as a hospital for the city's aged and infirm paupers to a military hospital. Circa 1916, the scene is set in the hospital's ward, where a group of dedicated nursing staff are seen tending to their patients with utmost care and compassion. The women, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, are deeply focused on their duties, their expressions conveying a sense of determination and resilience in the face of the unprecedented challenges posed by the war. The First World War brought about a significant shift in the use of Highfield Infirmary, as the city's resources were diverted towards the war effort. The hospital, which had previously provided essential care for the most vulnerable members of the community, became a vital facility for the treatment of wounded soldiers. The transformation was a testament to the adaptability and selflessness of the nursing staff, who continued to provide unwavering care to their patients, regardless of their background or circumstances. This poignant image offers a glimpse into the daily life of a military hospital during the First World War, highlighting the crucial role that nursing staff played in supporting the war effort and providing essential care to those in need. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by the nursing profession during this period and the enduring compassion and dedication that continues to define it to this day.
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